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Pallant House Gallery
Modern art gallery in Pallant House and Queen Anne townhouse, known for outstanding British modern art in an elegant historic setting.
Cheapest price
lei127
Average price
lei127
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Chichester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Chichester will cost around lei127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei127.
Of the 11 trains that leave Southampton for Chichester on Sun, Aug 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest trains will take 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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X90699Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Chichester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from lei124. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of lei124, and a bus costs an average of lei127.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
lei126 Average price Cheapest | lei127 Average price | lei57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Chichester:
A train is lei0.56 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Southampton to Chichester costing on average lei127.
Other travel options to Chichester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 26m.
Tickets start at around lei126 compared to roughly lei57 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about lei-69.72. The journey takes 56m versus 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Chichester trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
X90699 | 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h53 | 8:23 AM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X90699 · X90706 | 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h17 | 8:47 AM Bosham station (BOH) | 1 transfer | |
X90699 · X90706 | 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h20 | 8:50 AM Fishbourne (Sussex) (FSB) | 1 transfer | |
G88578 | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 9:22 AM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88578 · C93235 | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h17 | 9:47 AM Bosham station (BOH) | 1 transfer | |
G88578 · C93235 | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h20 | 9:50 AM Fishbourne (Sussex) (FSB) | 1 transfer | |
G88584 | 9:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 10:22 AM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88584 · C93240 | 9:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h20 | 10:50 AM Fishbourne (Sussex) (FSB) | 1 transfer | |
G88584 · C93240 | 9:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h17 | 10:47 AM Bosham station (BOH) | 1 transfer | |
G88590 | 10:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 11:22 AM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88596 | 11:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h52 | 12:22 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Southampton to Chichester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei124 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price lei124 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 1:10 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Chichester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chichester trip today.
Modern art gallery in Pallant House and Queen Anne townhouse, known for outstanding British modern art in an elegant historic setting.
Museum and educational center at the Roman palace site, displaying mosaics, finds, and reconstructions that bring Roman Sussex to life.
Local museum covering archaeology, geology, and social history. A practical introduction to Chichester and the wider district.
Pedestrianized shopping street lined with historic buildings. A lively route for browsing, architecture, and easy access to central sights.
Broad central street leading to the Cross, noted for Georgian facades, independent shops, and a strong sense of the old city plan.
Elegant street and conservation area with listed buildings and the gallery nearby. Good for a slower walk through refined historic Chichester.
Sussex pond pudding is a suet pastry pudding with butter and a whole lemon inside. It is a famous old Sussex dessert with a rich, theatrical finish.
Chichester and nearby South Downs produce notable sparkling wine in the Champagne method. It is a prized local drink thanks to chalk soils and cool climate.
Sussex Charmer is a hard cow's milk cheese made in Sussex, blending cheddar depth with Parmesan-style nuttiness. It is a popular regional cheese board choice.
Refined modern British restaurant in a Georgian townhouse. Known for tasting menus, polished service, and seasonal local ingredients.
Elegant country dining at Goodwood with estate produce, modern British cooking, and a smart setting suited to a special meal.
Historic pub by Chichester Cathedral serving classic British dishes, local ales, and a traditional atmosphere with strong local following.
Moderate for southern England: hotels and dining cost more than smaller towns, but buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafes usually do not require tipping.
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Chichester Station -> Chichester Cross, Chichester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Chichester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chichester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southampton to Chichester trains use the Southampton Central to Chichester station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Chichester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Chichester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Chichester.
Wi-Fi is available at Chichester. ATMs are available at Chichester.
Ticket office support is available at Chichester.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chichester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chichester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chichester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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